Halo Vest Overhead Traction Side Arm Traction -Sittie Ruseifah G. Sani

1. HALO VEST
A halo is a ring that is encircles the head and is fixed to it by means of pins that
are inserted in the head. It is an orthopedic device used to help immobilize the
neck and head, providing traction to the cervical spine. It incorporates a vest,
usually with shoulder straps, and metal bars within the cast that connect the vest
to secure pins to a band around the skull. The halo is attached to the skull by
pins or screws. The halo vest is used to aid the healing of injuries and cervical
dislocations and to position and immobilize a patient after cervical surgery.
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2. OVERHEAD TRACTION
Overhead Traction System helps alleviate pressure on the spinal column. This
easy to use system uses a water-filled weight bag to provide tension and can be
adjusted be adding or removing water. The system comes equipped with an
adjustable head harness and the necessary hardware.
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3. SIDE ARM TRACTION
Side arm traction is a kind of skin traction used to align a fractured humerus after
open reduction.
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